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Grays.

The largest town in the Thurrock area. Its population of roughly 40 plus thousand residents call it home. Based on the Thames estuary on the northern side of the river just 2 miles from the Dartford Tunnel and Bridge (a visible land mark from many miles). The Town has a prime location for commuters as its just 30 mins by train from east London's Docklands, 5 minutes drive from the M25 motorway, and excellent for shopping with Lakeside and Blue water shopping centres (2 of the largest in the country) just minutes drive away as well.

Its name derives from a medieval Knight from Norman times called "Anchetil De Greye" who's descendent son "Henri de Grai" acts and service were rewarded by being given these lands by King Richard 1st back in 1195.

The neighbouring towns also provide a diversity of work and social options. As well as the obvious advantages of being based so close to a World Capital the local towns of Basildon, South Ockendon, Orsett, Chadwell St Mary, Aveley to name but a few; offer interesting alternatives to the immediate area of Grays Thurrock with their unique layout, its industries and social and sporting outlets, the closeness has enriched Thurrock as a community for many years.